Westwood Gives
Preselected recipients only
Westwood Gives is a private foundation in Minnetonka, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,200 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $26,700. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$71,200
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$26,700
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $53,000 the year before.
83% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $67,500 | 5 | $319,700 |
| 2024 | $53,000 | 4 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $71,200 | 6 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Westwood Gives says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Westwood Gives funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $68,200 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cherish A Child USA | To support trip to uganda to support underserved communities affected by HIV/AIDS | $26,700 |
| Lena Pope Homes Inc | Support of organization that focuses on mental health and wellbeing of children and families in the greater fort worth tx community | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army - Kerrville Kroc Corps Community | Support flood relief in tx | $10,000 |
| Texas Search and Rescue | Support flood relief in tx | $10,000 |
| Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity | 2024 homebuilding sponsorship | $3,000 |
| Abilene Christian University | Scholarships, STEM programs | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bryan Powell
- Dan Beckmann
- Mallory Lindgren
- Robert Copouls
- Aaron Tippie
Questions people ask
Does Westwood Gives accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Westwood Gives give?
$71,200 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Westwood Gives?
Its 2025 filing lists Bryan Powell (Board Member, Pres & Treasurer), Dan Beckmann (Board Member & Secretary), Mallory Lindgren (Board Member) and Robert Copouls (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Westwood Gives fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and human services.